User experienced hairloss after taking creatine with finasteride for 8 years. Others shared similar experiences, but some suggested it could be a minoxidil shed.
User experiencing hairloss on dutasteride; others suggest shedding is normal and to track progress with pictures. Some mention using RU58841 for improvement.
The efficacy of various hairloss treatments, including Finasteride and Dutasteride, with personal anecdotal evidence about potential side effects. It also includes advice to get a male hormone blood panel done before starting treatment, and lifestyle changes to minimize side effects.
A user struggled with hairloss and ineffective vitamin treatments from their doctor. They eventually obtained a finasteride prescription through a telemedicine service and felt relieved.
A 25-year-old is frustrated with hairloss and inability to grow facial hair despite using oral finasteride and minoxidil for over a year. Suggestions include trying topical treatments, considering a hair system, or seeking professional help for mental health.
The conversation discusses switching from finasteride to dutasteride for hairloss treatment, as some users report no improvement with finasteride after several months. Many suggest patience, as results can take over a year, while others recommend trying dutasteride for potentially better outcomes.
A user increased their dutasteride dose to 3mg daily after two years but experienced significant hairloss. They also use RU58841 and minoxidil and are concerned about whether the loss is due to shedding or another issue like telogen effluvium.
The conversation discusses whether creatine causes hairloss for those using finasteride or dutasteride, with some suggesting creatine might increase DHT or upregulate androgen receptors, potentially leading to hairloss. Others argue the evidence is not conclusive, citing limited studies and personal anecdotes, with some avoiding creatine as a precaution.
People shared that Biotin supplements did not improve their hairloss and some experienced stronger nails or more pimples. They suggested trying finasteride or minoxidil instead for hairloss treatment.
The "Big 3 Stack" for hairloss treatment, which includes Minoxidil for hair density improvement, Ketoconazole shampoo for enhancing hair volume and thickness, and Finasteride for blocking hairloss causing hormones. Microneedling can boost Minoxidil's effects.
A user's experience of slowing hairloss while taking minoxidil and finasteride, and the various treatments suggested to help halt or reverse the process.
A 21-year-old experienced significant hairloss after steroid use and stopping minoxidil. He plans to regrow his hair using a regimen of dermarolling, Lipogaine, finasteride, and vitamins.
The user is using a combination of hairloss treatments including finasteride, stemoxydine, oral minoxidil, RU58841, dermastamping, ketoconazole shampoo, collagen, Viviscal, and biotin, and has improved their diet. Despite these efforts, they are still experiencing hair shedding and scalp itchiness, and are considering increasing their minoxidil dosage or starting dutasteride.
A user expressed disappointment that their hairloss worsened after 11 months using topical finasteride with TrichoSol, despite no side effects and initial signs of improvement. They asked for advice and opinions on their treatment and alternatives, with suggestions including switching to oral finasteride or dutasteride, starting minoxidil, and addressing their seborrheic dermatitis with different shampoos or medical advice.
A 22-year-old male is experiencing hairloss due to seborrheic dermatitis, not male pattern baldness, and is seeking advice. Suggestions include using Nizoral, sulfate-free and ketoconazole shampoos, cutting hair short, using cold water, avoiding picking scabs, and trying selenium sulfide shampoo or finasteride.
The conversation discusses the perception of increased hairloss among young men, with some attributing it to heightened awareness or environmental factors. Various treatments are mentioned, including Minoxidil, Finasteride, microneedling, scalp massages, and future hair transplant methods.
A 21 year-old feeling depressed about hairloss and how to cope with it, discussing various treatments such as finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, hair pieces, and scalp micropigmentation. There is also discussion of accepting oneself and redefining self-worth in order to not base one's entire identity on their hair.
The conversation is about someone noticing increased nasal hair growth after using a combination of tretinoin and minoxidil for hairloss. They relate this effect to their grandfather's experience.
A user's transformation due to their efforts in fighting hairloss, which was achieved without a hair transplant; the discussion includes advice about treatments such as minoxidil and finasteride.
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of reducing DHT for hairloss treatment and explores alternative approaches like reducing androgen receptor sensitivity. Specific treatments mentioned include finasteride, dutasteride, pyrilutamide (KX-826), GT20029, and RU58841.
The user is considering switching from finasteride to dutasteride due to continued hairloss and lack of improvement after 8 months. They plan to add minoxidil and are advised to give treatments more time, as progress can take years.
Despite using dutasteride, RU58841, minoxidil, and ketoconazole for years, the user continues to experience severe hairloss and thinning. They seek advice after multiple dermatologists confirmed androgenetic alopecia (AGA) but offered no effective solutions.
An 18-year-old using Minoxidil 2% for hairloss is considering adding dermarolling to their routine. Replies suggest adding finasteride, using a dermastamp, and microneedling, with positive experiences shared.
The conversation is about someone considering a hair transplant due to ineffective hairloss treatments, with suggestions ranging from trying a hairpiece to continuing with medications like finasteride and minoxidil, and waiting for new treatments. Some advise against a transplant due to the extent of hairloss and the cost, while others share different views on the effectiveness of transplants and non-surgical options.
The conversation is about the effectiveness of finasteride (fin) in preventing hairloss after a hair transplant. Some users have experienced hair thinning and loss after stopping finasteride, while others have had success with finasteride and minoxidil (min) in maintaining their transplanted hair. The general consensus is that finasteride is important for younger patients to prevent further hairloss.
The user has been on Finasteride and oral Minoxidil for hairloss and experienced minimal side effects. They suggest that a healthy lifestyle, including good sleep, exercise, diet, skincare, and mental health care, may help reduce the perceived side effects of Finasteride, although another user disagrees, emphasizing that side effects can vary and may not be mitigated by lifestyle alone.
After 6 months of using finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and microneedling, the user experienced hair regrowth but then noticed a significant shed, returning to the initial state of hairloss. Another user responded that shedding every 6-8 months is normal when using finasteride and advised to continue the treatment for thicker hair regrowth.
User hoodoomoovoo discusses their interest in stem cell research and its potential for hairloss treatment. They share links to studies and mention ongoing trials, expressing optimism for a future solution to hairloss.
A 28-year-old started using finasteride and minoxidil for hairloss and is frustrated by insensitive comments from others about his balding, which is a sensitive topic for him. People, including a girl he's seeing, have made hurtful remarks, and the conversation includes discussions on societal double standards and advice to ignore such comments and focus on self-improvement.